Place 2.5 litres cold water in a large saucepan over high heat. Bring to the boil. Add split peas. Simmer, skimming off foam, for 5 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low. Add onion, carrot, garlic, chilli and turmeric. Stir to combine. Simmer, stirring occasionally, for 1 hour or until split peas break down and soup is thick. Add salt. Stir to combine.

Step 2

Make spice mix: Heat oil and butter in a saucepan over medium-low heat. Add cumin and mustard seeds. Cook, stirring, for 1 minute or until fragrant. Add curry leaves. Cook, covered, for 30 seconds or until fragrant. Add onion. Cook, stirring, for 5 minutes or until golden. Add garlic and chilli. Cook, stirring, for 1 to 2 minutes or until garlic is golden. Transfer half the mixture to a bowl. Add tomato to pan. Bring to the boil. Simmer, stirring occasionally, for 2 to 3 minutes. Add tomato mixture to soup. Stir to combine. Add coriander. Stir to combine. Ladle soup into bowls. Top with remaining spice mixture. Serve with roti (see related recipe).

Serves 8 as a starter. You can find curry leaves in the fresh herbs section of larger supermarkets. Freeze unused leaves in a snap-lock bag for up to 2 months.

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